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For the record, I have yet to see students do well on an intricate grading system like the one the OP linked to. I understand the drive to reward complete solvers over point gleaners, but devise an overly sophisticated systems and students won't act naturally because they don't see clearly where their best strategy lies.
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Thierry ZellDec 13 '10 at 22:34